Sang yong action characteristics reviews. Weaknesses, advantages and disadvantages of Ssang Yong Aktion. Warmer - colder

The SsangEng company has been selling a brand of car called Aktion for many years now. During this time, they managed to come up with various naming options for the car from “Action” to “Action”. What “action” problems most often befall second-generation Ssang Yong Actyon cars? Now we'll find out.

Preface

New Actyon, which appeared on the market in 2010, is a crossover with monocoque body, not the first generation frame SUVs. In many foreign markets it is known as Korando. 2013 brought a new restyling of the car. For a very long time, Aktion was assembled at the Russian Sollers plant. Recently, the car has undergone a refurbishment in terms of its exterior and technical features.

Body

They say on the Internet that they cover the Actyon with such a thin layer of paint that it won’t last long, and the body in places where it’s chipped instantly rots to holes. Experimental operation shows the opposite. The car has an average quality paintwork and, in principle, it is more than enough. It is worth mentioning that chips and cracks still appear over time and begin to rust. These small defects can be easily removed by purchasing an inexpensive rust remover, because corrosion in in this case only superficial.

The chrome elements were a bit of a let down. Sometimes after our harsh winter days they begin to become cloudy and swell. The strip on the trunk door especially suffers from this.

Power unit

Initially, the Ssang Yong Actyon of the ӏӏ generation was equipped with 3 types of engines: a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with a power of 149 hp. and two diesel engines with powers of 149 and 179 hp. The latter was taken out of service, but according to the experience of motorists, it turned out to be the most acceptable for such a car - 149 hp turned out to be not enough for a comfortable ride.

On secondary market Diesel Aktions are the most popular. Gasoline engines have difficulty starting in harsh winters. In this case, a cold unit may start, but then stall for no reason. And so on several times. Dealers offer to avoid this problem by reflashing the engine, but this rarely helps. Perhaps the reason lies in the fuel rail, which is installed at the wrong angle, as some experienced mechanics say. They suggest, along with adjusting the ramp, immediately changing all the o-rings.

Diesel units on the ӏӏ generation Ssang Yong Actyon are reliable. Sometimes the temperature sensor breaks down exhaust gases in a turbocharger due to its short operating life. On average, such a sensor is replaced after 30-40 thousand kilometers. If this is not done, then dashboard will be on all the time check engine, and the car will lose traction.

Transmission

Ssang Yong Actyon is equipped with a 6-speed manual and automatic transmission. Moreover, the majority (namely, about 35%) are automatic transmissions. In general, the transmission does not cause any major complaints.

There are minor problems associated with the operation of the car, for example, extraneous noise when changing gears in a manual transmission. Usually, to eliminate them, you just need to adjust the thrust in the shift levers. Automatic transmission suffers from jerks when changing some gears, but re-testing the control unit is not always advisable. There are complaints about underfilling of oil in the automatic transmission: from 500 ml. up to 1.5 l.

A few words need to be said about all-wheel drive. This is one of the many reasons why it is worth buying the 2nd generation Ssang Yong Actyon on the secondary market. All-wheel drive on this car can rightfully be called such. It is quite reliable and will not let you down in difficult times.

Interior

The interior of the SsangEng Aktion is typical for this price class of cars. Inexpensive finishing materials cause discomfort during operation, squeaks appear already within the first kilometers of mileage. It is better to purchase an additional braid for the steering wheel to prevent bald spots on the original one. Among the electronics, the weak points are cruise control, ESP sensor and rear power windows.

Suspension

A simple Ssang Yong New Actyon (MacPherson strut / multi-link) does not require large investments, although some “sores” are still present. If the suspension suddenly starts to play, you need to tighten all its connections. The next thing that requires replacement with inexpensive consumables is the CV joint boots.

30-40 thousand kilometers will bring a replacement wheel bearings. They very often also fail by this time. Next, you should pay attention to rear stabilizer. Its mounting bracket is a short-lived thing.

50 thousand kilometers - stabilizer strut. You will have to buy the original one assembled. In principle, all other parts of the suspension last up to 100 thousand kilometers, and maybe even more.

An expensive replacement will be required if extraneous noises are heard when turning the steering wheel out of its extreme positions– the lower part of the steering shaft assembly with the electric power steering.

Let's sum it up

The ӏӏth generation Ssang Yong Actyon is still a fairly reliable city crossover that does not require large investments during operation. The identified deficiencies do not worsen this car, it is still one of the successfully sold on the secondary market.

What are the pros and cons of cars with engines different fuels? Which car is more comfortable to drive? How big are the savings in liters and rubles? Finally, how much does it cost to own a gasoline car versus a diesel one? To answer these questions, we took almost ideal competitors - two crossovers SsangYong Actyon in the same configurations and with the same transmissions. Engines are two-liter, 149 hp. Only the red car has diesel, and the black car has petrol. This is just the first difference. In addition to the body color, we found four more.

GASOLINE - DIESEL

The two-liter gasoline engine of the black SsangYong Actyon produces 149 hp. at 3500–4000 rpm and 197 Nm at 3500–4000 rpm. The turbodiesel of its orange counterpart, with the same displacement and the same power, has a much more respectable torque - 360 Nm, and already at 2000–2500 rpm. The transmissions are the same - all-wheel drive, with a six-speed automatic transmission - but, of course, with gear ratios changed in accordance with the engines.

How much do the extra newtonmeters and higher dynamic parameters (maximum speed and acceleration) cost? At the beginning of February, the price of diesel Aktion was 60 thousand rubles. higher than that of a gasoline engine with a similar configuration. It is impossible to predict how car prices will change in the future, but we will assume that the difference between gasoline and diesel versions will remain approximately the same.

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The test run showed that a diesel car consumes an average of 1.5–2.0 liters less fuel per 100 km of travel. This also coincides with passport data.

The test run showed that a diesel car consumes an average of 1.5–2.0 liters less fuel per 100 km of travel. This also coincides with passport data.

SLOWER - FASTER

The dynamics were measured on compacted snow at a temperature of +2 ºС. Of course, our results are very different from the passport ones. However, in this case we were not interested in absolute indicators, but in comparative ones - obtained on different engines. To complete the picture, we tested the cars twice: in the standard mode for our tests (curb weight plus two riders) and with full rated weight.

The fact that the diesel SsangYong is faster is immediately clear, without any measurements - you barely press the gas pedal properly. The seconds shown by an impartial device only confirm this. And when accelerating to 100 km/h, and when accelerating from 60 to 100 km/h and from 80 to 120 km/h, the red Actyon easily beats its gasoline counterpart.

The difference is especially impressive when the cars are loaded to capacity. The engine of the petrol Actyon roars strainedly, accelerating the carcass weighing 2.2 tons. The diesel SsangYong does everything easily and makes it possible to feel it: with intense acceleration, your back is noticeably pressed into the back of the seat.

It is clear that the capabilities of a 150-horsepower turbodiesel are not unlimited: as speed increases, the pressure noticeably weakens. But when accelerating to 100 km/h, the diesel Actyon easily beats its gasoline competitor by 2.5–3.5 seconds, and that’s a lot.

The test run confirmed the first impressions. In a black petrol Aktion you can keep up with a diesel saffron milkshade when overtaking and on long climbs, maintaining a cruising speed of 100–110 km/h, only if you constantly press the gas pedal to the floor. And this significantly affects acoustic comfort. Both cars are far from quiet. But when driving quietly, the noise comes mainly from below, from the road, and during intense acceleration the engines take over. Moreover, the diesel SsangYong turns out to be quieter than the gasoline one, since the latter’s “automatic” often shifts into lower gears, forcing the engine to rev until it rings.

In general, driving a diesel car is easier and more enjoyable. There is no need to press the pedal all the way - on the contrary, there is a feeling of power reserve, and this is not only pleasant, but also convenient, and therefore safe.

HIGHER CONSUMPTION - LOWER CONSUMPTION

We measured fuel consumption in two test runs - first with a partial load (driver and one passenger), and then with a full load. They drove along the same route, including city streets, busy suburban roads and expressways.

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The diesel Actyon consumed an average of 1.5–2.0 liters of fuel less per 100 km than the gasoline one. We expected greater savings, but this is not small. Especially when translated into annual mileage.

Why is the consumption less? Firstly, diesel is a priori more economical. In addition, the petrol Actyon moves more often in lower gears. But changing the load had little effect on fuel consumption. The diesel feels it a little weaker, which is quite expected, but this has almost no effect on fuel consumption. It is quite possible that on other cars, especially with smaller engines, the difference will be more noticeable.

WARMER - COLDER

The frosts during the test, as luck would have it, gave way to a thaw. But +1 ºС is also not Africa, so we decided not to cancel the test for warming up the cabin. Moreover, already in the preliminary run we noticed that for a comfortable ride in a diesel car, you need to set the air conditioning system to a higher temperature.

The salons were warmed up for half an hour, starting cold engines after parking overnight - having previously set them to +22 ºС and turning on the Auto mode.

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The temperature was measured in the front and rear of the cars, at the level of the riders' heads. The results obtained were averaged.

No revelations: the interior of a gasoline car warms up faster. At first, the difference is small: after 15 minutes in a gasoline car, the thermometers showed +5 ºС, in a diesel car - only half a degree less. But after another 15 minutes, the gasoline Actyon won a landslide victory: +10 against +6.4 ºС in the diesel one.

Of course, when driving, the difference would be smaller, since the diesel engine warms up faster under load. But city cars, which are stuck in a traffic jam in the morning as soon as they leave the parking lot, will behave approximately the same as in our test.

CHEAPER - MORE EXPENSIVE

It remains to figure out what the advantages and disadvantages of both cars will cost.

We bought gasoline for 35.5 rubles per liter, and diesel fuel for 34.5 rubles.

They are very similar, but still different: the diesel Actyon is not only more economical, but also noticeably faster than the gasoline one

Consumables for gasoline and diesel Aktions they cost approximately the same. But scheduled maintenance for a diesel car is prescribed 5,000 km after purchase, and then you need to visit a service station every 10 thousand km. The petrol Actyon needs servicing every 15 thousand km.

Simple calculations show: over a mileage of 105 thousand km (a multiple of the service frequency of the petrol version), the owner of a petrol Aktion will save on after-sales service 45.3 thousand rubles. (at prices at the beginning of February). Great!

Now let's calculate fuel costs. If we take our test costs as a guide, then you will have to pay as much as 72.5 rubles for gasoline. more than for diesel fuel.

So, the difference in operating costs is 27.2 rubles. in favor of diesel.

Now let’s remember about car prices: the diesel Actyon is 60,000 rubles more expensive! It turns out that the buyer of a new diesel car with a mileage of 105,000 km will have to shell out 32.8 thousand “extra” rubles from his pocket. This is the price to pay for a more economical and fast car, very convenient for country trips - especially if you often drive with a heavy load and a trailer.

It is clear that in the case of other cars the difference may be different, but the trend is clear: driving a diesel car is more profitable, especially if you have long runs, but the initially higher price negates this gain. What if you grab low-quality diesel fuel and end up getting cleaned? fuel system, then buying a diesel car will completely lose economic sense.

A Korean-made car - Actyon Sports - combines good speed and excellent cross-country ability. It stands out for its efficiency and ease of maintenance, and at the same time, for its comfortable interior.

German engineers from the Mercedes Corporation also took part in the development of this car. Their main task was to provide technical support to Korean designers in order to raise their high level car build quality. And these expectations were completely justified. Today, Korean cars are synonymous with reliability and quality.

Ssang Yong Actyon Sports is quite attractive. The car's interior is comfortable, and a large range of various options allows you to make any trip convenient and comfortable.

The body structure is based on a frame, with its help the car is highly reliable and helps to overcome any, even the most impassable sections of roads. The last fact is very important for buyers in the CIS countries, since the quality of the road surface in certain regions of our country leaves much to be desired.

Excellent suspension improves the ride comfort for everyone in the vehicle. It suppresses various vibrations that may occur during sudden braking, jerky acceleration, or when driving on highway With poor quality coverage (or lack thereof completely). The sound insulation of the car is performed at an excellent level. When the car is moving, the operation of its engine is practically not felt.

Having purchased a Ssangyong Action Sport, you can rest assured that its operation will not cause many problems. The fact is that there are no problems with the provision of spare parts. That is why any repairs will not cause great difficulties for the owners.

Technical characteristics give another advantage of this model. Reliable engine operation is ensured by direct fuel injection. The power of the engine installed on the car is 141 horsepower, and the volume is 2000 cm3. Comes with the engine manual transmission, or automatic transmission. If necessary, when overcoming impassable sections of the road, you can connect four-wheel drive. During normal movement, it is used rear wheel drive. Under any circumstances, this car is an excellent assistant for moving outside the city limits. This is greatly facilitated by the huge trunk and good off-road qualities of the car.

The first generation car is more in demand in the liftback body, but the basis is frame structure a pickup truck produced at the same time. The cars have good technical characteristics and provide a decent level of comfort in the cabin. An important detail is that the power units were created under a license purchased from Mercedes-Benz. Cars on the secondary market are cheaper than Japanese and European classmates; less reliable Chinese equipment may compete. Like any car, Actyon has weaknesses, the main ones of which we will list based on the experience of the owners.

Specifications

• Five-door SUV;
• Engine: diesel 2.0 l, 149 and 179 hp, gasoline 2.3 l, 150 hp;
• Transmission: rear-wheel drive, 5-speed manual transmission, 4-speed automatic transmission;
• Maximum speed: 163 km/h;
• Acceleration time: gasoline engine - 12.2 seconds, diesel -14.1 seconds;
• Fuel consumption: on the highway gasoline engine - 9, diesel - 7.5 km/h, in the city gasoline engine - 15.7, diesel - 11.5 km/h;
• Volume fuel tank– 57 l.

Advantages and benefits of SsangYong Actyon

1. Good equipment;
2. Diesel engine;
3. There is a low gear;
4. Comfortable interior;
5. The body is resistant to corrosion;
6. High-quality plastic on the bumper;
7. Reliable gearboxes;
8. Durable timing drive;
9. Affordable price.

Weaknesses of Ssang Yong Aktion

• Engines:
• Bridge fastening beam;
• Fastenings to the body;
• Hub;
• Springs;
• Fuel system;
• Front driveshaft.

Power units

The gasoline engine is the problem area of ​​the car. IN winter time problems have arisen with its launch. A cold engine may stall after a few seconds after it has been started. This is repeated more than once. Will help fix the problem official dealer if the car is under warranty. He suggests replacing the firmware, but this measure does not bring the desired result. Local craftsmen found another way to solve it - bend the ramp and install new O-rings. Since the cause of the malfunction is the incorrect location of the fuel frame.

The problem with diesel units is the exhaust gas temperature sensor, which is installed on the turbocharger. This element has a short resource and quickly fails. The malfunction negatively affects traction. Every 40 thousand km the sensor needs to be replaced. The cost of the procedure is about 6,000 rubles.

Front axle beam.

Quite often, dangerous cracks appear in the bridge support beam. Most often, the problem occurs in cars that have been actively used off-road. In case of untimely detection, the front axle breaks off from its mounting points and damages the engine crankcase. The malfunction can be detected by inspection in the pit. If there is a crack, you will need to weld it and install a reliable patch in place of the damage.

Body strength.

Poor body strength, problems with fastening to the frame. Close attention should be paid to inspecting the body. It is necessary to carefully inspect all fastening elements and the body itself. The inspection must be carried out on a pit, a lift at good level lighting. The disease is being treated welding work, is a clear consequence of design flaws.

It has a low level of reliability. Failure can result in serious material costs, it is produced assembled, the bearing cannot be changed separately. Superficial diagnostics is carried out on the go, a characteristic hum will reveal the problematic part. A more detailed inspection must be done when inspecting the chassis in the pit.

Even relatively “fresh” specimens sag greatly. This is easy to determine visually. Special attention It is recommended to pay attention to the rear springs. The original is made from a thin rod with a diameter of 13 mm. If the Actyon was operated with a full load, the car simply rests on the bump stops. The problem is corrected by replacing the springs with the simultaneous installation of spacers.

Fuel system.

The car is equipped with reliable equipment from the famous Delphi company. Its disadvantage is its very high sensitivity to fuel quality. The first sign of problems may be unstable operation. power unit. To ensure that the purchase is not accompanied by significant costs, it is recommended to spend money on computer diagnostics. Do this even if there are no alarming symptoms.

Front driveshaft splines.

The front driveshaft splines are a disease of SanYeng Aktion. This problem can be attributed to factory defects. During active use in sport mode spline connections break, this is evidenced by the appearance of play. It is recommended to diagnose such an alarming symptom at a service station.

Other problems.

Levers, steering rods. Unpleasant design feature lies in the fact that weak balls do not change separately. Problem areas It is recommended to carefully check the suspension in the pit. Check everything carefully chassis, an unpleasant feature of the model is the low operational life of the chassis. If it is “killed”, significant funds will be required to restore it.

Main disadvantages of SsangYong Actyon

1. Rigid suspension;
2. Ergonomic shortcomings;
3. “Crickets in the cabin”;
4. Poor sound insulation of arches;
5. Small trunk volume;
6. Low quality plastic in the cabin
7. Visibility when reversing.

Conclusion.

Despite the existing factory defects and operational problems, buying this car may be a smart move. It is not so difficult to find equipment in decent condition, on which the owner has already removed the factory "jambs". The main thing is not to neglect a thorough diagnosis of problem nodes.

Describe in the comments the sore spots and shortcomings of your SsangYong Actyon that were identified during operation.

Weaknesses, advantages and disadvantages of Ssang Yong Aktion was last modified: November 20, 2018 by Administrator

Aktion is the smallest SUV. The first generation of the car was produced in 2006, the second - in 2011. The latest restyling of the crossover was presented in mid-2014. At one time, the SsangYong Actyon in a liftback and pickup body style replaced the Musso and Musso Sports.

It was suspended due to the release of a crossover designed on a similar basis. Therefore, the car is supplied from Korea by Sollers.

The name of the car is a combination of the words “active” and “young” (activ + young), which fully corresponds to the design, equipment, technical specifications and the direction of the model.

Today, the current variations are New Actyon II and Actyon Sports, equipped with 2-liter diesel and gasoline engines, as well as mechanical or automatic transmissions gear shift.

Owners about SanYong Aktion

Evaluate quality and reliability vehicle, as well as negative aspects that arise during operation on domestic roads and in Russian winter conditions, reviews from the car’s owners will help.

Alexey Shershen, 2.0d MT 2007 (crossover, diesel, mileage - 50,000 km).

I have a first-generation Korean with a diesel engine and a manual transmission. I bought it used and have been driving it for more than five years. The car has never failed, and all the parts on it are original. I can confidently say that Aktion is unpretentious, reliable, quite economical and comfortable. It has a moderately soft suspension, good potential, decent ground clearance and confidently holds the road. The turbine, however, is rather weak, and the dynamics appeared only after chip tuning. The quality of the interior and equipment is top notch - I didn't even expect it. Excellent price/quality ratio. I recommend it to everyone.

Vyacheslav Zvyagintsev, 2.0d MT 2011 (pickup, diesel, mileage - 65,000 km).

When purchasing from a dealership, I chose a vehicle for transporting cargo off-road. The machine coped with its task “excellently”. Almost 65,000 km. mileage - and there was no trace of any difficulties. Scheduled maintenance and filter replacement are not taken into account. In cold weather it starts instantly, the heated windows, seats and rear-view mirrors work properly. Fuel consumption suits me quite well (I thought it would be much higher). Compared with competitors, all other things being equal, Actyon Sports is significantly cheaper. The only drawback I can name is that the brakes are not very sensitive.

Sergei Filimonov, 2.0d AT 2012 (crossover, diesel, mileage - 56,000 km).

This is my third year riding around Moscow. Average consumption about 9.5 liters. In winter through snowdrifts and ice, in summer to the dacha or to the sea - it always delivers. I don’t know if this is the merit of the designers, but no one has ever “attacked” the car - maybe a conspiracy? I installed it anyway, but only after a year and a half. Among the breakdowns: light bulbs in the license plate illumination, a dented right fender and various filters. I don’t know how much a more serious repair will cost and whether there are spare parts, since the car is not very common in the Russian Federation. Equipment similar to mine from other manufacturers will cost more. Overall, I'm happy with the car.

Ekaterina Malenkova, 2.0 AT 2013 (crossover, gasoline, mileage - 17,000 km).

A wonderful car for girls, young people and families with children. Despite the fact that at high speed the comfort is somewhat dulled, the car compensates for this with decent off-road qualities. It’s the second car in the family, so I’ve had a love for “Koreans” for a long time. The trunk is roomy - there is enough volume for trips to nature with two children. For them, the design of the rear sofa provides mounts for child seats and boosters. The engine's appetite in the city reaches 12 liters, which is quite acceptable for an SUV. Maintenance is not expensive. I'm happy with the purchase.

Alexander Kochkin, 2.0 AT 2013 (crossover, gasoline, mileage - 26,300 km).

I liked the car right away, and the dealer offered a discount and a gift. I can’t say anything bad after 8 months. Fuel consumption on the highway is about 9 liters, in the city a little more - 11 liters. The Aktion is stable and obedient, holds the road well and maneuvers. The cabin comfortably accommodates five adult passengers, including the driver. In my opinion, the pillars are very wide, which makes it difficult to see and creates blind spots. No amount of mirror adjustments will help with this. The light bulbs in the fog lights burned out quite quickly, and several chips and scratches appeared on the sills. Otherwise everything is fine.

Andrey Panfilov, 2.0 AT 2014 (crossover, gasoline, mileage - 14,670 km).

There is nothing special to say - a very high quality, reliable and safe car. Tested from my own experience. Before him, I had a domestic Patriot. The difference is significant and not in favor of the Russian automobile industry. Although there were no special complaints about the UAZ. The not-so-expensive package has everything you need: electric windows, winter package, air conditioning, navigator, multimedia, etc. The finishing materials are of high quality, wear-resistant and pleasant to the touch. Nothing creaks anywhere. The trunk fits everything you need and has a compartment for a spare wheel and tools.

Alexander Nabokov, 2.0 MT 2013 (crossover, diesel, mileage - 32,000 km).

Only positive impressions from the first day of driving. I didn’t even hope to get such a versatile car for modest money. Everything is almost perfect: handling, fuel consumption, interior and exterior design, equipment, build quality and finishing. Still regulated rear seats The slope of the backrest and the floor of the luggage compartment (if folded) are absolutely flat. Consumption depends on driving style, but is generally acceptable.

How can you be sure strengths The SsangYong Actyon SUV and the SsangYong ActyonSports pickup truck are:

• optimal price/quality indicators;
• controllability and maneuverability;
• inexpensive maintenance and upkeep;
• moderate consumption of gasoline and diesel fuel;
• interior and exterior design.